Cold Spring Trailhead offers moderate hiking with options for loop and out-and-back routes reaching Tangerine Falls and Montecito Peak. Visitors can enjoy creek crossings, beautiful waterfalls, and panoramic vistas of Santa Barbara and the ocean.
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Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden offers visitors peaceful pathways winding through diverse plant species and quiet koi ponds. This well-maintained urban oasis includes a butterfly garden, spacious picnic lawn, and accessible facilities, welcoming dogs on leash and families alike.
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North Campus Open Space in Goleta offers 136 acres of restored natural wetlands with 2.25 miles of well-maintained trails and boardwalks, perfect for hiking, biking, jogging, and birdwatching. Visitors can experience a thriving ecological reserve featuring native flora and fauna, scenic coastal overlooks, and numerous benches for relaxing amidst the landscape.
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Patterson Open Space offers a large, serene environment ideal for unleashed dogs to roam freely. Visitors enjoy open grassy areas, shaded spots, and a small path leading to a dry creek bed, making it perfect for relaxation and dog walking.
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Jesusita Trail North offers hikers a forested route featuring gentle elevation changes amid lush terrain and sweeping vistas of Santa Barbara. Visitors can expect a well-marked trail suitable for day hikes during weekday hours, with no weekend access.
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Mission Rose Garden showcases hundreds of colorful rose varieties framed by views of the Old Mission Santa Barbara and distant mountains. Visitors can enjoy peaceful strolls, open lawns for picnics, and a fragrant setting that flourishes best in spring and early summer.
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Lake Los Carneros Park offers visitors a tranquil outdoor escape surrounded by a picturesque lake and mountain views. The area features a variety of flat walking trails, accessible paths, a petting zoo, and a small railroad museum making it enjoyable for families and nature enthusiasts alike.
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Camino Corto Open Space provides a natural retreat in Isla Vista with open fields and paths suited for walking and quiet recreation. Visitors can enjoy tranquil outdoor time in this undeveloped park area, with no formal facilities or permits needed.
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Univ Circle Open Space in Santa Barbara is a well-shaded natural park offering playground equipment for various ages, picnic tables, and tennis courts. It features wheelchair-accessible paths and benches, a baseball field, and is popular for family outings and dog-friendly activities.
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Stow Canyon Open Space features extensive hiking trails winding through coastal canyons and grasslands, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking nature immersion. Visitors enjoy panoramic overlooks and varied terrain suitable for all skill levels.
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Shoreline Park outlook offers visitors sweeping ocean views, quiet walking trails, and spacious green areas perfect for a relaxing day outdoors. The park features accessible paths, well-maintained facilities including free parking and restrooms, and is popular for birding, dog walking, and peaceful nature observation.
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Ellwood Mesa Coastal Trail offers an easy hike through eucalyptus forests, open fields, and coastal bluffs leading to stunning ocean views. Visitors can expect varied unimproved trails ideal for hiking, biking, running, and dog walking, with a notable Monarch butterfly grove and abundant birdwatching. The area is dog friendly but many dogs roam off leash. No restrooms are available on-site, and parking is free but street-based.
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San Ysidro Canyon offers a striking ravine landscape with trails perfect for hiking and nature enthusiasts. Visitors find scenic vistas, rugged terrain, and a serene atmosphere away from urban hustle.
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Wiman Trailhead serves as a gateway to beautiful hiking routes featuring creek-side scenery and a connection to Montecito's expansive trail system. Visitors can enjoy moderate out-and-back hikes ideal for families and experienced hikers alike, with natural water features and rewarding vistas.
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Kellogg Open Space is a natural park area featuring open trails perfect for hikers and nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy peaceful walks surrounded by native vegetation and expansive views typical of Santa Barbara’s scenic outdoors.
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Shoreline Park - Playground offers a fenced, kid-friendly play area surrounded by expansive grassy fields and ocean views. Visitors enjoy walking paths, seasonal library visits, and proximity to beach access adding to its family appeal.
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Arroyo Burro Open Space offers visitors peaceful hiking trails through natural, lightly forested landscapes by creekside. The park has a new walking bridge, picnic spots, and a small basketball court hidden within this county property.
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Ennisbrook Open Space is a tranquil hiking area in Santa Barbara featuring easy, out-and-back and loop trails ideal for walking, hiking, birdwatching, and dog walking. Highlights include picturesque stone bridges, creek views, and shaded paths amidst live oak groves and natural river rock formations.
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Calle Barquero Open Space offers a serene neighborhood park experience with two playgrounds suitable for different age groups, picnic tables, benches, and a water fountain. The open area sits below street level, providing a quiet retreat, though it has limited shade and no restrooms.
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Winchester II Open Space offers an inviting park for families and outdoor enthusiasts with upgraded playgrounds, picnic areas, and open fields. Visitors can enjoy swings, dog walking spots, and accessible paths in a clean, well-cared-for setting.
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Shoreline Park offers picturesque ocean views with walking paths, picnic tables, and a playground for families. Visitors can enjoy beach access, barbecue grills, and open grassy areas ideal for relaxing or group gatherings.
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